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A week into the release of Mandala Murders, Shriya Pilgaonkar has already got her favourite compliment. “Someone said to me, ‘We didn’t think you could scare us.’ I love that. I think people felt that way because I have usually played morally righteous parts,” smiles the actor, pleased that a cameo in the Netflix series has made a strong impact.  In Mandala Murders, led by Vaani Kapoor, Pilgaonkar plays Rukmini, a woman leading a cult in the fictional town of Charandaspur of 1950s Uttar Pradesh. She may have barely five scenes in the eight-part series, but it has reminded the actor that the length of a role doesn’t determine its impact. “I have headlined OTT projects. So, when you think about perception, it’s a gamble to play a role with relatively less screen time. But something about Ru...

In the final days of his Forget Tomorrow world tour, Justin Timberlake has revealed that he was diagnosed with Lyme disease while on the road. “Well, as these two incredible years come to an end and I look forward to the future, I wanted to write something from the heart,” he said in a lengthy Instagram post on Thursday.“It’s not an easy task to try to contextualize the whirlwind of touring–– but, I will try…,” he continued.“I’ve been battling some health issues, and was diagnosed with Lyme disease—— which I don’t say so you feel bad for me–– but to shed some light on what I’ve been up against behind the scenes.”The 44-year-old singer described the disease, which is passed on to humans through the bite of infected ticks and can lead to severe pain and fatigue, as “relentlessly debilitating...

Amazon Prime Video has officially announced that rapper and musician King will be making his acting debut in their upcoming original series, Lukkha. The news was shared by Nikhil Madhok, Director and Head of Originals at Prime Video India, marking an exciting new chapter in King’s creative journey. King to make debut with Lukkha Known for his genre-bending music and massive fan base, King now brings his signature energy to the screen with Lukkha—a coming-of-age series packed with music and action. “It’s an extremely exciting show. It’s got King, the rapper who’s making his acting debut,” shared Madhok. “This is a show that was brought to us by two first-time writers. They’re not only the creators, they’re also the writers.” The multi-genre series features music and action elements with ...

Descrease article font size Increase article font size The City of Abbotsford in British Columbia’s Fraser Valley says it will not issue a permit for a concert by Sean Feucht, becoming the latest Canadian cancellation for the American Christian musician who’s outspoken in the Make America Great Again movement. The city said in a statement that the permit for a proposed Aug. 24 show at Mill Lake Park is being denied because of the potential for protesters and counter-protesters.BC Conservative legislator Heather Maahs, who represents Chilliwack North, says on social media platform X that Abbotsford’s decision “undermines the principles of an open, democratic society.” 1:53 ...

Prime Video released the official trailer and key art for the highly anticipated new action-drama series, The Terminal List: Dark Wolf. Following the global success of the 2022 hit series, Dark Wolf will bring audiences back into the world of The Terminal List. The thrilling new trailer offers a look at “Ben Edwards’” (Taylor Kitsch) journey from Navy SEAL to CIA operative. Dark Wolf will premiere the first three episodes on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide. New episodes will follow weekly, leading up to the season finale on Wednesday, September 24. The Terminal List- Dark Wolf trailer Co-created by The New York Times bestselling author of The Terminal List, Jack Carr, and Season One creator-showrunner David DiGil...

Brooke Hogan has broken her silence following the death of her father, wrestling legend Hulk Hogan, on July 24 at the age of 71. Brooke, 37, took to social media on Tuesday to share an emotional tribute to her father, writing, “My dad’s blood runs through my veins. His eyes shine through my children. And our bond had never broken, not even in his final moments.”“We had a connection deeper than words, one that spanned lifetimes. I am so grateful I knew the real version of him. Not just the one the world viewed through a carefully curated lens. We shared a quiet, sacred bond, one that could be seen and felt by anyone who witnessed us together.”The Hogan Knows Best star said when her father died “it felt like part of my spirit left with him.” Story continues below advertisement ...

Chilean authorities announced Tuesday that six valuable watches stolen from Canadian actor Keanu Reeves were handed over to the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), months after recovering them in a police raid. The FBI will arrange for the watches’ return to Reeves, including an engraved Rolex worth at least US$9,500. The 60-year-old actor’s six watches are valued at a total of US$125,000, according to Marcelo Varas, a police officer from Chile’s robbery investigation squad.Chilean prosecutors told reporters that Reeves had identified the watches as those stolen from his Los Angeles home during a string of high-profile burglaries in December 2023.The announcement was made as Trump’s secretary of Homeland Security, Kristi Noem, arrived in the South American country for meetings with...

After a breakout debut that left fans buzzing and critics applauding, First Copy is all set to return with a new season later this year on Amazon MX Player, Amazon’s free video streaming service. Launched with Munawar Faruqui’s much-talked-about entry into scripted drama, the show quickly became a fan favorite thanks to its gripping narrative, nostalgic `90s energy, and a performance that proved Faruqui’s versatility beyond the mic. What to expect from season 2? Picking up from the suspenseful cliffhanger of debut season, where Arif’s empire came crashing down, the upcoming season will dive deeper into the consequences of his rise, his fall, and his relentless drive to reclaim what was lost. Will the man who built his kingdom on charisma, chaos, and cinema find a way back? The new instal...

By n The Canadian Pressn The Canadian Press Posted July 29, 2025 6:04 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size A British Columbia city says it has “increased concerns” about public safety over an upcoming concert by an American Christian musician who’s outspoken in the Make America Great Again movement. Sean Feucht is due to play at the Memorial Park Amphitheatre in West Kelowna on Aug. 23, but the city says in a statement that it is reviewing safety and security plans connected to the private booking.Feucht, who ran unsuccessfully as a Republican for U.S. Congress in 2020, is a supporter of U.S. Pr...

In honour of industrialist and Bharat Ratna recipient J.R.D. Tata`s 121st birth anniversary, Amazon MX Player unveiled first look of the web series Made in India – A Titan Story. The biopic will star Naseeruddin Shah essaying the role of the industrialist and his first look is intriguing. Just like every role, the actor has aptly got into the skin of the character as he is set bring his story to life. Naseeruddin Shah’s first look as JRD Tata out! The pics shared by Amazon MX Player on their official Instagram handle show the veteran actor dressed as the legendary industrialist. Made in India – A Titan Story will bring to the screen an inspiring tale of vision, enterprise, and nation-building. In addition to Naseeruddin, the drama will also feature Jim Sarbh essaying the role of Xerxes ...